#118 • Walrus Ivory, Jade, Ceramic & Mosaic Glass Beads

Part of October 2026 Curiosities Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $5.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Oct 25, 2026 4:44 PM AKDT

Category: Ethnographic Objects

A group of pale and darker mineralized walrus ivory beads in irregular and elongated shapes, together with three polished green jade beads, five rounded glazed ceramic beads and two cylindrical mosaic-glass beads. One ceramic bead is incorporated into the strung walrus ivory bead group. One elongated green bead has a split along the drilled channel and chipping at one end. The rectangular green bead measures approximately 1.5" x 1". The strung group measures approximately 9" x 2.5" overall.